General News Articles
Our General News section covers all the latest news, advice, changes in law and information you could need about criminal, motoring and sexual offence laws – as well as information about Morton’s Solicitors.
In our General News section there is invaluable advice and information – making it an all-encompassing resource – whilst illustrating why we lead the way!
How Organised Crime Groups Operate: Lessons from a £40 Million Cocaine Smuggling Investigation
Explore how organised crime investigations use digital evidence, financial intelligence and technology to tackle large-scale drug trafficking operations.
Death of Young Girl Highlights Perils For Lorry Drivers And Potential Criminal Charges
Causing death by dangerous driving is one of the most serious road traffic offences. Learn how investigations work and how a conviction can affect professional drivers and future employment.
Over 44,000 Reports of Strangulation Raises Domestic Violence Concerns
Non-fatal strangulation allegations can result in imprisonment and restraining orders. Morton’s Solicitors provide criminal defence advice across Greater Manchester.
Operation Lockstream Sees GMP Seizure Over £100m in Suspected Criminal Cash
GMP seized over £1 million in suspected criminal cash during Operation Lockstream. Morton’s Solicitors advise on money laundering, drugs and serious crime cases.
Warning To Parents Over AI-Generated Indecent Images of Children
AI-generated indecent images of children can lead to serious criminal investigations. Morton’s Solicitors advise on indecent image offences in Stockport and Greater Manchester.
Scattered Spider Arrest Shows How Complex Cybercrime Cases Have Become
The alleged Scattered Spider arrest highlights the complexity of cybercrime investigations, digital evidence and defending international hacking allegations.
Crime Gang Who Posed As Police Are Sentenced
A recent case where a crime gang who posed as police officers and stole money and jewelry from pensioners have been sentenced. We look at the seriousness of the sentencing.
What Rough Sleeping Being De-Criminalised Means For Those Sleeping Rough
The repeal of the Vagrancy Act marks a significant change in English law. We examine what has changed, what police powers remain, and why understanding vulnerability continues to be important within the criminal justice system.
Crimes Committed At Festivals And Implications of Being Caught
Arrested at a music festival? We examine the most common festival offences, what happens after arrest, and why many people facing allegations have never previously been in trouble with the police.
Fraud Continues to Cost Britain Billions – Why It Is Increasingly Being Treated as a National Security Threat
Fraudsters stole almost £1.3 billion in 2025. We examine the growing threat of fraud, organised crime, online scams and the criminal law implications for victims, businesses and suspects.
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